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Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training

ACM40322
Agriculture & environmentCertificate IVNationally recognised
Level 4AQF level
16Units to complete
6 months to 2 yearsAQF length guide
10Training providers
Jul 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (ACM40322, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate IV; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Animal TrainerAssistance Dog Trainer
Industries
Animal TrainingCompanion Animal Training
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for ACM40322 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 16 units: 8 core plus 8 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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ACMAAS401Manage animals and facilitate human-animal interaction in animal-assisted services
ACMAAS402Apply disability awareness to animal-assisted services
ACMADT301Select appropriate equipment for an assistance dog and handler
ACMADT401Assess prospective handler's suitability for an assistance dog
ACMADT402Instruct handlers with disability to train assistance dogs
ACMADT403Train dogs using operant and classical conditioning techniques
ACMADT501Plan and conduct assistance dog training in specific and complex tasks
ACMARM407Conduct community awareness programs
ACMBEH301Identify behaviours and interact safely with animals
ACMBEH401Develop, monitor and review behavioural husbandry strategies
ACMBEH402Develop, implement and monitor enrichment strategies for animals
ACMBEH403Evaluate animal conditioning methodology and program design
ACMBEH404Condition animal behaviour
ACMBEH405Provide individual advice on animal behaviour management and training
ACMBEH406Conduct group training classes for animal owners or carers
ACMBEH407Conduct animal behavioural assessments
ACMBEH501Work collaboratively to manage complex animal behaviour
ACMEQU407Educate horses in initial handling
ACMEQU408Educate horses to be ridden
ACMEQU409Educate horses to be driven
ACMEQU410Educate pack horses
ACMEQU411Evaluate horse education methodologies and individual programs
ACMEQU412Interpret and address horse behaviour and welfare
ACMEQU423Manage selection of horse for handler, rider or driver
ACMGEN303Assess the welfare status of an animal
ACMGEN304Promote positive wellbeing in self and others in animal care workplaces
ACMGEN305Provide advice on companion animal selection and general care
ACMGEN309Provide basic animal first aid
ACMGEN311Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing
ACMGEN402Advise on animal industry compliance and practices
ACMVET411Prepare, deliver and review animal care education programs
ACMWHS401Maintain workplace health and safety processes
BSBESB305Address compliance requirements for new business ventures
BSBESB404Market new business ventures
BSBESB406Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
BSBESB407Manage finances for new business ventures
BSBLDR414Lead team effectiveness
BSBOPS404Implement customer service strategies
CHCDIS010Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
RGRPSG402Assess greyhounds for suitability to transition to a pet
RGRPSG404Carry out greyhound adoptions
RGRPSG411Interpret and manage greyhound behaviours
RGRPSH424Re-educate horses to manage behaviours and/or transition to new purposes
RGRPSH425Advise on transitioning and rehoming horses
SISOEQU001Handle horses
SISOEQU007Instruct horse handling skills
SISOEQU010Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks for horse handling and riding activities
TAEDEL301Provide work skill instruction
TAEDEL402Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
TAEDEL404Mentor in the workplace
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the ACM40322 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

10 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Agribusiness Industry CollegeBased in NSW · Registered since 2012→
Animals on Course Pty Ltd as Trustee for Animals on Course Unit TrustBased in SA · Registered since 2013→
Applied Vocational TrainingBased in WA · Registered since 1998→
AUSTRALIA'S TEACHING ZOOBased in NSW · Registered since 2025→
Bendigo Kangan InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1995→
Delta Dog TrainingBased in NSW · Registered since 2002→
Dog Trainer AcademyBased in QLD · Registered since 2016→
Halo Nation Training Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
LEARNING COACH COLLEGEBased in QLD · Registered since 2019→
The Animal Academy Pty LtdBased in WA · Registered since 2022→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.